Aircraft excursion at Capurganá-Narcisa Navas Airport

No fatalities • Capurganá, Colombia • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine charter flight departed Medellín and veered off the runway upon landing at Capurganá, resulting in three injuries and the destruction of the aircraft.

What happened

A charter flight operating from Medellín-Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport was traveling to Capurganá with a total of 18 people on board, consisting of two pilots and 16 passengers. The flight arrived at Capurgan and touched down on runway 03. Following the landing, the twin engine aircraft drifted toward the left side of the runway. The movement continued as the plane exited the paved surface, traveling through a grassy field where it eventually struck a perimeter fence and stopped against a tree.

Findings

While the aircraft was completely destroyed during the excursion, all 18 occupants were successfully rescued from the wreckage. The incident resulted in three injuries, including one serious injury sustained by the captain. The primary factor in the accident was the uncontrolled deviation from the runway centerline following touchdown.

Probable cause

The aircraft veered left and exited the runway after landing.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2009-06-26 Let L-410 accident near Capurganá, Colombia?

A twin-engine charter flight departed Medellín and veered off the runway upon landing at Capurganá, resulting in three injuries and the destruction of the aircraft.

Were there any fatalities in the 2009-06-26 Let L-410 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2009-06-26 involved a Let L-410, registration HK-4094, operated by Transporte Aéreo de Colombia, at Capurganá, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft veered left and exited the runway after landing.

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